Every week, we hear from wives who are quietly carrying the weight of a husband’s alcohol addiction.

“I am hoping and praying that he gets healed and that his addiction doesn’t kill him.”

“I have anxiety. I have fear. I feel stuck.”

“Too many times I have felt hopeless and have wanted to be dead so I wouldn’t feel this pain.”

“Hopefully my marriage will turn out for God’s glory.”

These words reflect the deep pain many women experience behind closed doors. Loving someone who struggles with addiction can leave you exhausted, confused, and wondering where God is in the middle of it all.

That is why we are so grateful for today’s guest.

Julie Sanford is a wife and mom of three who never imagined she would one day be married to an alcoholic. After walking through the long and difficult road toward her husband’s sobriety, she now comes alongside other Christian wives facing similar battles. Julie is a recovery mentor and the host of the Married to Addiction podcast, where she offers practical tools and biblical encouragement for marriages impacted by addiction.

In this episode, Julie shares:

• Common misconceptions wives often believe about their husband’s alcohol addiction
• Why shifting from “fixing him” to caring for yourself is a crucial step toward healing
• The importance of understanding what addiction truly is, and what it is not
• And much more!

We hope this conversation brings clarity and hope to your heart!

Show Notes: growinghometogether.com/julie-sanford-125